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One of my finger's bone is partially broken according to the x ray. it doesn't pain at all. but can i make it look better through sugery?

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Dr. Alex Garcia answered

Specializes in Podiatric surgery

Not recommended : If the finger doesn't hurt and it's functional then surgery may not be a good idea. However cosmetic surgery is always a personal choice.

Dr Lin agreed

Answered 2/5/2013

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

No: If it is only "partially" broken, i would doubt that any surgery is necessary:.

Answered 2/5/2013

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A member asked:

One of my finger's bone is partially broken according to the x ray. it doesn't pain at all. but can i make it look better through sugery?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Alex Garcia answered

Dr Lin agreed

Dr. Gary Pess answered

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